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Heavy metals such as arsenic, cadmium, and lead are present in most foods, whether conventional or organic, usually as the result of environmental contamination. Because heavy metals pose significant threats even at low
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ANSES finds system to monitor chemicals in food largely effective
The system for monitoring chemical contamination of food in France works well most of the time but has some gaps, according to ANSES.
The French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES)
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Norway finds low levels of E. coli and heavy metals in shellfish
Shellfish in Norway have low concentrations of E. coli and heavy metals, according to the results of a national monitoring program.
The Institute of Marine Research (Havforskingsinstituttet) reported the findings show Norwegian shellfish on the
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Senator wants action now to resolve problems with baby, toddler foods
Sen. Chuck Schumer wants immediate action from the FDA to address toxic metals in baby food. He is also demanding the agency tell the public what it’s going to do about the food safety problem.
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Coalition called “The Baby Food Council” says it will take on heavy metals
A coalition of companies and others formed last January announced Thursday it was taking on “the challenge of reducing heavy metals in young children’s food.
With the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Food and
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Lead levels in baby food ‘worrisome’ but industry can fix the problem
Laboratory analysis of 50 big-name baby foods showed the presence of at least one heavy metal in all of them, with two-thirds having “worrisome” levels, according to information from Consumer Reports. Researchers also said organic
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Heavy metals found in 40 percent of protein powders tested
Healthy eating enthusiasts may want to reconsider their protein powder choices in light of a new study that shows 40 percent of 134 brands tested have
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Initial Research Finds Foraged Urban Fruits in Boston Area Safe to Eat
Early results from research done at Wellesley College in Massachusetts revealed that fruits and herbs foraged in the Boston area were safe to eat and actually had relatively low levels of lead and arsenic. Leading
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